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Brian Lara Rum Eatery

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"We had a wonderful Sunday lunch here with our 2-year-old daughter, who, glutton that she is, gobbled up the jerk chicken, the fish cakes and the corn..."

Anita Powell

"A great stop for a get together with friends where you can enjoy great food, awesome drinks and a wide array of patrons with a cool vibe. Sit outside..."

Rene' Naidoo

"Incredible food. Reasonably priced and the best staff in town. Thank you for making my evening one to remember. Will definitely be..."

Claudia Lynn Sharbel-Fahry

"What a fab place marcel the co owner is a young lad who really knows his stuff! Service excellent , ambiance amazing, food delicious and the rum is..."

Linda Metcalfe Alberts

"Awesome vibe, friendly waiters and yummy food! Loved the long island ice tea and the..."

Irisha Sheik

"Love the way this place is set up, kinda makes me feel like on holiday at a tropical place especially think the wall of plants looks cool .Menu is..."

Iris Anderson

"Loved everything about this place - the decor is spectacularly authentic. The food is wholesome, generous and inexpensive. Cocktails to die for...."

Andrew St. James

"Stunning, funky place with a great vibe! Great friendly and attentive service combined with delicious food and good tunes! A little island living in..."

Lisa Lili Nerlich

"This place has such delicious Food..friendly staff and Excellent Vibe.Cocktails..."

Melany Naidoo

"Absolutely fantastic!!! We had a wonderful evening! The combination of ribs, rum and exceptional music will surely tend to your Caribbean..."

Cobus Taljaard

"Such a great place.... excellent and very friendly service.... loved the atmosphere! Delishes..."

Mariaan Knox

"Absolutely love this restaurant, one of my favourites in JHB!Service is friendly and fun but still professional. The space is intimate and..."

Lisa Pi

"We arrived on a Saturday night without a reservation. The place was packed but we were placed at the bar to wait. The manager (I assume) checked on..."

Aisha Moolla

"Awesome night out. Service and food excellent. Great..."

Braam Grové

"Recently, we went for lunch at Brian Lara Rum Eatery for a Sunday funday with some friends and what a treat it was! Sunday is the buy one..."

Enya Elizabeth Vogl

"Super Vibe, Great Service, Good Food and cocktails to die for.Had an early dinner midweek (booking essential) got busy after 19:00.We had..."

Richard Black

"It was my first time here. I had been restaurant hopping trying to figure what to eat, what made me come in & sit down was Lilian’s (I think she..."

Zandisile Nhlapo

"Such an amazing place! The vibe is amazing, the food is delicious and the cocktails are unreal. Definitely a must! The staff are extremely friendly..."

Cassandra Erdis

"I was surprised by this awesome joint. The decor fits it with the overall theme, and the moment you step through the doors, you feel relaxed and..."

Philip Goosen

"Brian Lara Rum Eatery is a relaxed and has a great vibe. The decor is perfect and the drinks and food was even better to my surprise. They have a..."

Michaela Kupsamy

"Service was amazing, the staff are so friendly. Food was good but the drinks were even better. We went on a Saturday afternoon and it was buy one..."

Christy Lee Edmunds

"Enjoyed the mussels and portion sizes are big. Homemade bread was also really good. Cocktails were enjoyable. Atmosphere very similar to the Cool..."

Lynne Simons

"Wow! We walked in and felt the true jamaican vibe....was absolutely refresing and awesome.Loved the pina colada, beautifully served in a..."

Hettie Potgieter

"Pleasantly SurprisedMost of the reviews, mostly positive, mention the atmosphere and ambience. These were spot on - this is a lovely joint...."

BlagJones

"Perfect for a relaxed, fun day out & about. I enjoyed the decor and the cocktails! The music is really good too. I enjoyed it so much I returned that..."

Shannon Correia

"We celebrated my daughter’s 18th birthday here and the staff was amazing. The food was superb, the vibe was casual and they were just all together..."

Liezel

"Absolutely fantastic vibe, complimented by delicious food. Only let down was the slow service, given the small space and how packed it was. Overall,..."

Lee Thandi

"What a gem of a place..!! I had big expectations of Brian Lara....and they did not disappoint!! First of all..the vibe.. chilled Caribbean feel with..."

BD Erasmus

"I absolutely love the vibe of Brian Lara. The first time I went there, we were welcomed with Tequila shots. The next time we got there without a..."

Leandivanzyl

"Linden is definitely the place to be over a weekend! When you’re that side of JHB!I personally think out of all the restaurants/local..."

Sean William

"I heard people raving about Brian Lara, but had to try it out for myself. And honestly .. I have nothing bad to say !! Loved the vibe and the..."

Timaya Thomson

"The menu is very limited but really enjoyed the ribs and spicy chips. A friend had the chicken which was a little bit dry. Nice selection of drinks..."

Kev0's Food Adventures!

"Nice little place.....gets very busy on a Friday have a booking. Ended up having our dinner by the bar which turned out to be an experience on it's..."

Kudzai Maeresa

"This hangout is fantastic. The decor is fantastic, the food is divine and the cocktails are delicious (and strong). The storefront is inviting, and..."

Danielle Botha

"Great vibes, perfect for a Friday/Saturday drink and visit with friends. They also have a happy hour which is worth it. Food is good, I think they..."

Danielle Skinner

"The pina coladas alone will have you coming back for more! Such an amazing place - great vibe, super friendly staff, delicious food and drinks! The..."

Camilla

"Oh my gosh, where do I begin. The lil snacks of deep fried pizza dough are amazing! The ribs are soooo yummy. The chicken burger in my opinion is way..."

AJ

"Their ribs are probably Top 2 in Joburg. And I’m a rib lover so trust me 😉 of late they haven’t been delicious feeling more like a boil then..."

Kamohelo Mbatha

"Coming to you live from food heaven, I died last week at Brian Lara. It’s an unassuming little place , boasting nothing but good food and drinks ...."

Reneilwe Letlonkane

"Excellent vibe. Excellent food. Excellent service. We were treated well. You made my graduation extra especialThank you. We will be back soon...."

Yinlaifa Cocodia

"I finally managed to get a table at Brian Laras and I now know why it is so popular. The venue is quirky, the service was great and the cocktails..."

Aidan

"Firstly who invented those things that they leave at the table as a starter; SO good! If you’re avoiding carbs then rather move your chair to..."

Akie Chhabra

"Excellent service amidst the chaos of a Friday evening. We arrived at 9.30, were given a table and asked to order quick. Nibbles on the table and..."

Robyn Hoffe

"The Food is amazing, the pricing is decent. Definitely going back. Make sure to order the jerk chicken aswell, which is top class. Keep up the good..."

Kgosi Mothokoa

"This is one my favourite places ever! I love the whole look and feel, it’s so vibey and lovely and I feel tropical :’) the small menu is perfect,..."

Kristlee

"We had a super time at Brian Lara! The cocktails are amazing. Food-wise we ordered the Jerk Chicken, Squid, Ribs and a side order of Coleslaw...."

Lizelle Brink

"Seafood Curry, Jerk Chicken and Calamari flavors were on point and cooked to perfection. A perfect place to have dinner with a group of friends,..."

Ling

"Best cocktails in town! Flavors from far off Jamaica brought right to your table and what a taste experience it is. An eclectic crowd and very..."

Anthea Chittenden

"Love the decor, love the ambience, love the cocktails, love the smaller focused menu and awesome dishes on offer with something different always..."

Michelle Bellingan

"An absolutely delicious array of Caribbean style cuisine. An Uber simple menu with varied flavors. Recommended to order a few dishes and try as many..."

Jay Cowie

"Celebrated my birthday last year here. Absolutely loved the atmosphere great service and the best strawberry daiquiri. Will definitely be going..."

Jessica123

"Decor is arty/hipster, eclectic and fun. Calamari was amazing! Fresh, flavourful and tender with a yummy dipping sauce. Try the Mojitos and whiskey..."

Danae Horsler

"Something different, something spicy, something quirky and such a Lekker place to spend a few hours. Great lunch and oh, did I say spicy, lekker..."

Mike

"For those who haven't been to Brian Lara Rum Eatery, they have some wonderful dishes. The restaurant's atmosphere amazing. Do yourself a favor and..."

Lourens Petzer

"Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent everything. We had a birthday lunch at Brian Lara, best vibe, wonderful people, and did I mention the..."

Riëtte Roos Petzer

"The food 😭😭😭😍😍😍😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩😩😩😩😩😩😩, tooo much good and not enough stomach. This has..."

Sandile Shangase

"Finally got to try out this curiously named place in Linden (I wonder if the cricketing legend is aware of it?). Though the vibe is great and concept..."

Vinodhan Selvarajalu

"I have been dying to try Brian Lara Rum Eatery for the longest time. Such a unique and welcoming space. Always buzzing with activity and a real vibe..."

Meagan Whitehorn

"Funky, fun, vibey. Such a great atmosphere! LOVE the decor. Feels like a tropical (not in a bad way) kitsch holiday! Food also quite good...not..."

Suzanne Strydom

"We had a great lunch at Brian Lara. Its really something different and lots of fun. We had real authentic Jerk chicken, rum bbq ribs and fish cakes..."

Kyle

"Just fun. Great cocktails (the long island ice tea packs a punch!). Simple, easy menu, which I always appreciate when eating out. Excellent..."

Bronwyn Melson

"This restaurant is a great addition to the Linden area which has a very chilled ambiance. There is very short, and to the point, menu with a good..."

Gary Greenberg

"Super yummy!!! Had the fish cakes, jerk chicken and the squid with some sides. ALL of it was delicious so was the frozen Margarita. Portion sizes a..."

Sonia Pereira

"So nice when you go to a restaurant that is set on customer satisfaction. Great vibe, cocktail were good, nice wholesome food. These peeps really go..."

Mari Labuschagne

"I was, am a great fan of Brian Lara, the cricketer (for the uninitiated) but this review should not be seen as being biased for that reason:..."

Ken McDade

"The place to be at the moment in the heart of Linden.Great vibe and jamaican food.Nice cocktails too.Try the pina colada in a fresh..."

Francois Marais Van Zyl

"Wonderful service and excellent food. I had the vegetarian beetroot burger with the spiced chips. I was a bit sceptical when ordering it, but it..."

Bhakti

"What a wonderful place to be. Cocktails were really good and we were given lots of lovely snacks. We didn't order any food, however the couple next..."

Hestia Brown

" Booking is a must, but service at the bar is impeccable whilst you wait for a table. We decided to rather stick at the bar and have our lunch there..."

Ted De Boer

"Despite messing up our booking, our experience at Brian Lara was very pleasant. We arrived to be told that our table had been given away as we were..."

Lewis Lehmann

"Based on three experiences I'd certainly recommend Brian Lara - if you can get a table that is. Seemingly simple food, but with some explosive..."

Lisa Steyn

"Excellent quirky restaurant. You have to make a reservation it fills up quickly. The rum cake has alot of alcohol in it. Love the seafood curry, wish..."

Livashnee David

"Delicious. Amazing decor. Brilliant staff. Trendy clientele. Small menu, but great food. As eclectic as the country it hails from. A quirky..."

Adrian Ziller

"Excellent afternoon with friends! Totally recommend this place. Truly the best cocktails and ribs in Johannesburg and makes Linden just that one step..."

Björn Luciano Salsone

"Great service, atmosphere and drinks. In terms of the food, nothing really stood out, not a bad effort though. Reasonably priced. Will most likely..."

MelC

"Have been wanting to eat at this casual but extremely vibey spot for a while now. And last week I ended up going twice! I love the decor..."

ALLY

"Very lovely spot in Linden! Super chilled vibe and a lovely place to come on a Friday afternoon for drinks and a meal. I was surprised by the..."

Kholiswa Mqina

"We had drinks here last Friday and can't wait to return. The decor is really cool and makes you feel chilled after a long week. You do need to make a..."

Riona Arjoon

"Popped in for a quick cocktail and look how snazzy it came out 😍 really cool vibe but exceeeeessively cramped with people which is not a fun time,..."

Natalie De Canha

"My new favourite spot in JHB!The eclectic decor paired with great music, makes it a vibey spot for a birthday get together or even a fun dinner..."

Lara Meyer

"The menu is simple which is kind of great but hopefully they change it up every now and then. I've tried a few dishes which were all great! Vibey..."

Jeandé Elizabeth Lück

"Right off the mark, you're hit by the cool kitschness of the Caribbean accoutrements. The pineapple motif is fabulously overstated! Brian Lara Rum..."

Joash Narainsamy

"So I'm making an effort to explore more areas in Joburg and 1 of those suggested to me was Linden. I had Brian Lara on my wishlist and a perfect time..."

Zuziwe Magi

"I really love the vibe of this little place. A very simple menu which for me, an indecisive diner, is easy to choose from. The waiting staff are..."

Jane VB

"One of the few Caribbean restaurants in Joburg that's really doing it right in terms of their setupFrom the moment you walk in you're..."

Danieljake

"Generous and beautifully presented cocktails! Great bar staff. The island style music and picture perfect decor makes for a very chill vacation vibe...."

Nicolene Van Der Merwe

"Loved the food and vibe. Would like to see more variety on the menu. Not so much to choose from, but the food that we did order, tasted..."

LiMari Louw

"We celebrated my boyfriend's birthday at Brian Lara Rum Eatery on 28 June. We have been wanting to go for FOREVER but for some reason have just never..."

Lorene Du Plessis

"All I can say is wow! Heard great things about this place and finally got a chance to try it. We were lucky enough to quickly get a table in a..."

Sumendra Narismulu

"Very popular Jamaican eatery in Linden. The first thing I liked about this restaurant is the look. It's vibrant and fun and definitely adds to the..."

Adriel

"Very cool spot. The menu is limited but what they make they make really well. The jerk chicken is awesome. I was a bit disappointed that they did..."

Kelsy Moodley

"We had an amazing lunch here. The food was absolutely scrumptious, we were a large table and I think we may have tried everything on the menu. The..."

Carole Craggs

"What a great evening. Very busy so you would need to book. Have to try the Miami vice shooter. Oyster shots and the ribs. But trust me everything is..."

Sidney Robson

"Quaint unpretentious spot. Fairly small menu but the food is good with some unusual side options on offer. Tried the steak, it was tender and very..."

Tilen Chetty

"Awesome vibe, even better food! Our service today was unbelievably fast considering the restaurant was packed! Highly recommend the Strawberry..."

Danica Robyn Ellis

"Tonight my boyfriend Greg Cohen and I decided we needed a change of scenery for dinner. We decided on The Brian Lara Rum Eatery and it was well worth..."

Steph Schwartz

"Had a great time here, not a big menu limited options. Cocktails are good and the vibe is loud. Waiter was a hoot and always available but not..."

Lwandile Simelane

"Heard a lot about Brian Lara eatery in Linden.Arrived and we were due to seated in a ' smoking ' section which in reality is part of the main..."

Trevor

"We had a very festive evening at Brian Lara. The waiter was always around but not intrusive , had great recommendations and a sense of..."

Jenni From The Block

"21.05.2017 Flipping Awesome. A last minute catchup brought us to this eatery. WOW I probably had the best ribs in a very long time. The menu is quite..."

The Food Musketeer

"Had a great time here! Cocktails are good and the ambience is excellent. The limited menu works in their favour as the food is simple but well-made...."

Sachin Ram-Asary

"Such a great vibe, I don't even feel like I'm in a city! Love the cocktails because they are all based with Rum yum yum! The food is fresh and light...."

Krinisha Kara

""If you like Pina Coladas…” then this is where you should be! The best damn Pina Coladas I have ever tasted is at this tropical eatery, served in..."

Ieatjozi

"Vibey cosy trendy - it is everything you want from a place. We had few dates there, the service was great, the food was for the soul. The place was..."

Dessislava Ivanova

"A well deserved 5 out of 5! This was soooo good I just love this restaurant! I just had my best Pina Colada and the Rumb steak was sooo good with..."

Pepler La Cock

"Finally got around to coming here. Has a really nice vibe and decor. Feels all Caribbean and stuff.Really enjoyed the bread starter..."

Jacques Wentzel

"Dropped in for lunch, super friendly staff, super tasty food. Great cocktails with a very laid back but enjoyable atmosphere. Not an extensive menu,..."

Angela Kavallieratos

"I can see why almost everyone that comments on this place loves it After week and week of planning on going with my wife we made the trek..."

Gramo

"Had a farewell lunch there for a colleague and it was really such a fun time!The decor creates such a nice, hipster-like atmosphere. I had..."

Boitumelo Masihleho

"Honestly my favorite restaurant right now. The vibe is so chilled, it feels like you could walk out onto the Caribbean beach. The service..."

Charl Cockcroft

"I was absolutely blown away by this little gem! I've been wanting to go here since they opened, and finally made a Saturday lunchtime..."

Jolene

"The rum cocktails are yummy and definitely not shy! I love the tropical decor and careless but caring vibe of the place.The service is good..."

Zimkita Sidumo

"Brian Lara is currently number one on Joburgs trend list. It's definitely great for a drink: cool decor and bustling vibe. The food is mostly pub..."

Shelley Bell

"Loved the look of the restaurant! The waiters at the bar are super friendly and helpful! For drinks we had a pina colada, strawberry daiquiri and..."

Bonitawillemse

"What an evening. Perhaps when we saw what appeared to be a very limited menu we did not expect much but how wrong we were. The service was..."

Aloma Allen

"Brian Lara is a hidden gem!! Tucked away in Linden, this is a must try!! Menu has limited options which means that all items are superb! You know for..."

Stacey Faber

"Another gem has located itself in the heart of Linden. The Rum Eatery on many people's lips (and bellys) provides a vibey atmosphere, delicious food..."

Mabelami

"This place is such a treat. The decor is absolutely amazing, feels like you're in a tropical, sea-town bar 🌴 The vibe was lovely, great place for..."

Thando Valery Moyo

"A little slice of island life in the middle Jozi. We went in the afternoon and it was packed with a laid back vibe. Menu is small with as many..."

Ashley

"Jamaica in the heart of Linden - the minute you walk into this quaint restaurant you are transported to Jamaica - decor is very 80s and music is spot..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"Brian Lara is kickass awesome! Great food, fantastic cocktails and the staff were friendly and helpful. I will be back to try more off the menu :D..."

Doug Evans

"Finally got a table at Brian Lara! I went with high expectations and I was not disappointed. The absolute horrifically kitsch decor takes..."

FoodloverJHB

"Brian Lara Rum Eatery Linden: 5⭐️ for awesomeness. My husband and I walked in on Saturday at lunch time. We were told that they're fully booked..."

Yvette Guerra

"Really great place for drinks but not so much on the food. We ordered the jerk chicken, veggie burger, fries, creamed leeks and fish cakes...."

Emily Pun

"Decor and the look and feel is amazing, really well done, kitch trendy and unique. Lots of rum to choose from, food menu small but very good. Will..."

Clinton Milne

"We used the Brian Lara Rum Club as the location for our video shoot. The place is amazing. Just in its name it encompasses two of my favourite..."

Lerissa

"I cannot recommend this place enough. The atmosphere, drinks and food are out of this world. The jerk chicken a must, the corn frittatas a treat and..."

Gabriella Maxine Abrahams

"Absolutely awesome. A lot of fun. The mojito is incredibly good. Food is filling and allows for good conversation. A great night out. Well worth the..."

John Taylor

"Very cool decor, service is a bit slow but suitable for the vibe they have going I guess. Food took long but was very tasty none the less. Coffee and..."

Natalie Jackson

"Excellent vibe for drinks and light meals with friends. Sweet corn frittatas were light and fluffy accompanied with an oh so flavorful chutney to..."

Reema Vather

"My friend brought me here for my birthday, absolutely loved it. The ribs there are the best I have ever tasted. Definitely recommend this place to..."

Lediile Thabitha Mphelo

"This rum eatery is all about having fun - relaxed and vibrant, its the perfect place to go on a weeknight if the weekend feels too far away. It's..."

Molecules And Macaroons

"Great environment! Simple great food! We even thought the sea was just down the road! What a pleasure to have Linden as an option for Thursday nights..."

Joao Ferreira

"So i have BEEN nagging my boyfriend to bring me here and finally on a random Saturday night he caved in! Linden is buzzing at the moment..."

Mmule

"I have heard many good things about the relatively new and extremely popular Brian Lara Rum Eatery. Brian Lara is a Caribbean restaurant and bar..."

Www.getinmybelly.co.za

"Ahhhhh was such an experience. I love the vibe and the decor gives it this tropical feel. The drinks are amazing. The fact that the pina colada comes..."

Chante Daries

"Went here on a Friday, it was fully booked but they made a plan & i got a seat for an hour or two. The drinks were great, the decor sets a great..."

Bairon ביירון מקארתי Mccarthy

"We visited Brian Lara Rum Eatery on a Friday sometime between lunch and dinner. They were fully booked but the host made a plan and soon we were..."

Jacky&Lisa

"This very quirky and colourful spot in Linden just two shops away from the whippet. Their decor is fantastic, from the plant wall to the art deco..."

Saltnsas

"Best ribs in Johannesburg! Great vibe too. Kitchen did fail to prepare one of my friend's meal though... They would have scored a 5 otherwise...."

Frederick Edward Muller

"Awesome new restaurant in Linden.Impossible to fault anything: great vibe, great food, excellent service.We will be back again &..."

Thinus

"We came and chilled at the bar, great cocktails, good wine by the glass, awesome service, great atmosphere. Had the spicy chips and melon and feta..."

Louise Perold

"Had the best experience at Brian Lara Rum Eatery for dinner. The service from the minute I made the booking over the phone was superb.Went..."

Tanya

"Had the jerk chicken and ribs, both were absolutely to die for. The Ribs fall off the bone. The staff are friendly and you get complementary drinks...."

Rotondwa Sadiki

"Best ribs in JHB!!! Been wanting to try this spot out since it opened, and it did not disappoint! Has such a great vibe, looks awesome,..."

Michael Morton

"We were helped by an Irish lady who was 10/10 service! We were walk in's and the place was fully booked. She found us a table and personally served..."

Kristy

"Brain Lara...Jamaican me Crazy! Good Crazy! Happy!A cool (Sunday afternoon) run brought us down to dis easy eatery for some bickle & rum..."

KarmaZebra

"Let this 3,5 not fool you, this is a vibey Caribbean joint. The decor with green flowers and ski's on the walls makes it quite a hipster and cool..."

Thato

"So if you've watched a lot of movies, when you step into Brian Lara, you feel like your at some motel resturant in the states. The miss match of..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Went there for our Lovely Lazy Ladies Lunch on a rainy Thursday. Great cocktails and holiday vibe. Takes away the January blues. Menu was interesting..."

Corledevilliers

"A bucket list choice you need to try. Meals, service, all 5 start. Linden needed this new addition! Please keep up the standard you've..."

Brielle Cainer

"What a fun place to have some drinks and snacks. I found myself there on a very rainy Saturday but you couldn't tell with the vibe in the restaurant...."

Nthabiseng Chaane

"Awesome new restaurant, you literally feel like your sitting in a vibey eatery in Cuba! We were a massive table of 16 people, and the waiter didn't..."

Julia Kaleta

"Rad little bar/eatery! Small but really good menu. Loads of cocktails, had the old fashioned, very tasty, had to have another. The ribs..."

Nicholas Eagle Flyer Amoretti

"Love the decor and overall feel here. The menu is very limited. I had the vegetarian burger which I enjoyed but it was a bit bland. The ribs looked..."

Tally Leach

"Popped in here for a quick drink before dinner. Although very busy, we were given a table when I said it was just for a quick drink. I luv'd the set..."

Sharima Bramannan

"What a great place and great vibe ! This place has the best ribs that i have ever had ! Highly recommended for people who want to have good! Thanks..."

Zak Niemann

"Great short menu, awesome cocktails and decent service. Was just disappointed that they had run out of Jerk chicken...... Can't wait to come back..."

James Elstob

"Went to Brian Lara Rum Eatery for lunch and I'd give it a 5/5! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the service is tops and..."

Varushka Padayachi

"Love the vibe of the new addition to our neighbourhood. Beef ribs is to die for and the complimentary strawberry daiquiri/pina colada shots are..."

Karen Venter

"Wow! Wow! Wow!!!! That's what I have to say about Brian Lara Eatery 😋😋 from the word go, the service, welcome shooters & snacks were out of..."

Yolanda Venter

"While still in its early days, I already love this place! Just what jozi needed- a carribbean feel place to chill out and drink some pina colada! And..."

Uraysha Ramrachia

"This place is amazing! The menus selection is a bit limited but the food is incredible!! The cocktails are just as great! There has always been a..."

Jarrod Michael-Sylar Prinsloo-Bluth

"Caribbean-inspired Brian Lara Rum Eatery is the new kid on the block in Linden, and this quirky bar was opened by the same team behind Great Dane in..."

Lauras World

"The vibe is so awesome along with the amazing creative decor.We were a large table with so many order variations.The burgers were big and..."

Nicole Kruger

"This place hit me for a six. The few items on the menu are done perfectly to have bowled me over. I did not run out off good service and a great West..."

Nesen Moodley

"Thoroughly enjoyed this little piece of heaven! My boyfriend and I walked in and were greeted by an energetic lady asking if we had a reservation, as..."

Thalia Brummer

"Something different for Linden with palm trees and all. But as any kuierplek its suuuuper loud and noisy and screaming a little to hear your fellow..."

LuluFromJozi

"Was there with a massive table of 30 people for our Xmas lunch and it was out of this world! The vibe, decor and staff were incredible! We had the..."

Genna Hansen

"Awesome AWESOME staff and management. Good food and good vibe. Little cocktail shots are a real treat and pina colada makes a great..."

Jastine

"What an awesome surprise !! The vibe is amazing , the cocktails are fantastic! The ribs OMG out of this world!!!! We had such a great time at this..."

Karen Neethling

"This place is off the charts epic! After a rather challenging day, this is exactly what I needed with my mates. The vibe, decor, food, did I mention..."

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"I loved the hospitality at Brian Lara- even on a very busy Saturday afternoon. Good food- the spiced chips are a big winner- and lovely staff, both..."

Taskeen Moolla

"Had an absolutely fantastic lunch at Brian Lara this afternoon. Super vibe, fun decor and great attention to detail (where else would you get yummy..."

Kate Chmela-Jones

"Cocktails 10/10 Salt & Pepper squid 10/10Vibe 10/10 🌴🌴🌴 This place is decent. Their piña colada & mojito is sooooooo..."

Nina Formanek

"We absolutely love Brian Lara eatery! I simply love the 70’s classy (but in a ironic way not so much), beach bar theme. It’s not often that you..."

Zané Möhr

"Packed, flavour of the month vibe. Cocktails were great and the food was good, I had the calamari and the sweet corn side. Expensive overall but..."

Jo Burger

"Where summer should be spent in Jozi. Cocktails are killer!!! Love the bloody Mary's! Interior well executed taking the Caribbean vibe with a twist..."

Candistripe

"Definitely the flavour of the the moment , its been a while since I walked into a place and every table was reserved , well done so far . I can see..."

Chris De Beer

"What a place!!! JHB is lacking in having a vibey restaurant that caters for lots of drinking, great food and a really good time but this place..."

Kyla Meyerson

"Do you like to drink? Do you like to eat good food while you drink? Do you like to be served by great waiters who call themselves Harry Potter? Then..."

Palesa Molingoane

"Love love love this place. The 1st time I went for lunch and came back later for drinks. Management is super friendly and the food is delicious. We..."

Nondumiso Nondu Petlele

"Great vibe with amazing food! This rum eatery will leave you longing for more ribs and crab curry. Ask for the off-menu Miami Vice cocktail if you..."

Will Becker

"Had such a lovely time at Brian Lara last night. As we walked in, we immediately felt transported to a Caribbean island - where decor is a mix of..."

Bridget Meyer

"Absolutely amazing vibe and amazing food! Tried the jerk chicken and melon salad both very tasty dishes. The cocktails are amazing. Tried the Miami..."

Sajiv Issuree

"The best thing that happened to Linden since I don't know when! Also the only place with a mixed crowd of people from all over Joburg, not the usual..."

Leigh Hofmeyr

"We had cocktails and beer and lunch. The service was good. Food and drink were cheap & excellent & helpings were generous. The Pina Colada cocktails..."

Matthew Krausey

"The most delicious cocktails, friendly staff, and great experience. A great place to hang out and have a good time with friends or on a date. Rave..."

Mayanga Sithole

"Went for a family birthday. Service was phenomenal, two for one drinks special sublime and a great time was had by..."

Georgia Mccallum-Brown

"This is the first time I've been to this Eatery. It was a great experience from the moment we walked in to the time we left. The hostess and the..."

Anita Jack

"If you are looking for a cool, laid back place with good food....this is it!!! The cocktails are delicious, the service is amazing and the vibe is..."

Refentse Masekela

"Love the vibe at this place. So laid back and relaxing. Really great drinks and really great food!! This is one of our local..."

Tanika Swart

"Great little restaurant. Food was delicious. Cocktails were fantastic. Ideal place for lunch with friends and..."

Corne Cordier

"What would Linden be without Brian Lara. What an institution. Well priced good food. Great service. Appetising cocktail specials. Be sure to Uber..."

JP Borman

"This has become my favourite local haunt. Management & my guyz behind the bar make me feel like I’ve arrived home. The moods of Brian Lara, like..."

Erica K

"A rum eatery with a vibe. My girls and I decided to try a new place to have girls catch up session. Our waiter was nice and friendly although a..."

Kirsty

La Mama Restaurant

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"From the friendliness of the staff and owners, the greetings from Richard and Michael, the response on the face book page to the absolutely delicious..."

Brigitte Gerhardi

"Feels like I have gone back in time . Lovely family style restaurant with heart and soul will recommend to..."

John Radford

"Amazing classic home style Italian food every time :) The best In JHB by..."

Robert Purdon

"A fantastic restaurant We have never been disappointed with the food or the service. A great place to go to...."

John Ostrom

"Still the same but slightly tweaked for the better menu been supporting them since the mid 70 's consistency is the key and they have successfully..."

Janine Scorer

"Good old fashioned italian food, with a consistent quality and a tried and tested menu. To the new owners - please dont try and change anything -..."

Cheryl Wagner

"A lovely experience. The new owner's passion is a delight and the chef shares his experiments. I will be back and back and..."

Nina Venjakob

"Amazing place! Beautiful people, best service and delicious..."

Zelda Venter

"After seeing all the reviews and reading the La Mama story we went for dinner last night. A wonderful experience - we will spread the word and be..."

Ashleigh Ingram

"We had a wonderful evening. Love the new refurbished decor. The food and service was fantastic as always. Definately not going to wait so long to..."

Jana Brink

"Love the food. Very romantic atmosphere . Stunning..."

Mariaan Jonker

"Had the best PIZZA in SA today...Wow will be trying something different from menu DAILY....This restaurant is..."

Annie Baxter

"A hidden GEM.... go go go! The experience is amazing and the food... oh my word, the..."

Gabrielle Pool

"My favourite haunt - Great atmosphere. Brilliant food. Excellent service. Matthew's cocktail adventures. Love it time and again. Cherry Kisses..."

Jolene Poore

"Amazing food. Simple but authentic vibe! Away from city stress! True flavour. My mama makes lamb like..."

Annunziata Tina Sorrentino

"La Mama is our local Italian restaurant. We have been going there for years. By the time we enter the front door, our favorite bottle of wine and..."

Fran Stafford

"La Mama really is a hidden gem. It's a quaint small restaurant with furniture fit for the middle ages. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly and very..."

Chev Nagiah

"Chef been working the kitchen for 18 years ? I gotta check this out!Its olde worlde charm is a delight. Waiters are dressed as waiters, the..."

Dirtdiver

"My grandparents ate here almost every Sunday. I joined them a few times.Now Richard Baloyi who worked there for over 30 years is the owner...."

Daniel Friedman

"Truly amazing pizza and they are one of only a handful of Italian restaurants that make a fantastic lasagna. The pizza crust is authentic and..."

Shaun Gunning

"The service was decent and friendly. It's not the best ravioli I've ever had but it was perfectly pleasant. Wine list is decent. Not an ideal..."

Joshua De Klerk

"Great venue for old style Italian dishes. Had a very nice veal my wife had. Calamari.Service was attentive and.food good. Parking is plentiful..."

Greg Marcia

"This is a truly special and precious restaurant for #KevFabFood. This gem started off in Blairgowrie and I remember going there as a child and teen..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"My husband and myself returned to eat at La Mama this evening, after not being there for quite some time. I'm happy to say that the food and value..."

Lornabarenbrug

"I have no words but here goes anyway. Calm, down to earth atmosphere. Friendly staff, gorgeous food. The service? Stuff that great movies were made..."

Boitumelo Tumi Lebona

"I love this place. I'm not saying this because I know the owner personally. I had a sea food linguine. And my oh my was it..."

Boitumelo Treatzz Moyo-Lerumo

"Visited La Mama last night with my fiancé for date night. What a lovely cosy Italian restaurant serving up delicious food. We began our..."

Tamara Reddy

"What a gem! Well trained staff and a superb menu. Had a thrilling true Italian meal! Slow homemade food with top class ingredients! So thrilled to..."

Theunsinkablemommybrown

"Good food with good service. Place have a nice 'old school' feel to it. They still have the same menu as many years ago, which is a good thing...."

Pieter Greeff

"A little gem 💎 hubby and I were on a date night and he found this place open on a Monday ! Yummy pasta and pizza. I Dong normally eat pizza but..."

Julia Pyle

"The most authentic Italian restaurant in Joburg.The food is always excellent, the hosts relaxed, experienced and attentive and the mood and..."

Indy

"Awesome little Italian restaurant with proper Italian dishes. Amazing service and great food! The owner pays special attention to each table. The..."

Jessica Notelo

"La mama is such a great restaurant, not only is their food absolutely delicious but their service is always spot on! Definitely a firm favorite in..."

Bronwyn McPhail

"I have been trying to get my boyfriend to come here for a while and so we decided to have a lazy, overindulged Sunday. We were greeted by the..."

Nasheetha Singh

"What a superb little gem hidden on a busy street in Ferndale... from the welcome to the farewells we were made to feel welcome and at home... the..."

Jalapeño Popper

"The food and atmosphere is awesome, I highly recommend the peri-peri chicken and the zabaglione cooked at the table adds to the atmosphere and is a..."

Iain Busschau

"Excellent food, excellent service - the downer: the exorbitant prices. Coming here is always associated with a heated debate of price vs quality. But..."

Kat

"Amazing place. Great food, very fresh and exquisitely made. They serve home made pasta, and use old italian recipes. Good service too. Definitely..."

Marlene Gill

"We had dinner at La Mama last Saturday evening. The servicewas excellent and so was the food. The owners were very accommodating as weonly..."

Adri Naudé Wolff

"Just the perfect evening. We were looking for an Italian meal so I googled it and La Mama came up with a very good rating. It didn't not disappoint..."

David Ryan

"A top-notch blue cheese gnocchi, and we've had them all. Intimate atmosphere and great house wine. Engaging staff, helpful and informative...."

Nick Daunt

"Great Service, Good Food, Definitely be back!@ 5 ⭐️. We will definitely be back, there is so much more on the menu to try ......... to be..."

William Bester

"Can't believe that a restaurant that has been in existence for so long has never crossed our radar!The restaurant is secure, warm and inviting. Our..."

Adelle

"This is our local favourite! Serving the best mussels in joburg and tasty pizzas, pastas and varying specials like trout, lamb shank, baby chicken..."

Wendy Naidoo

"Wow this special place is amazing great food great waiters great host thank you for all the care and love u put in the food. Definitely a place..."

GMan

"My husband has been coming to this restaurant since he was a child. Not a lot has changed decor wise over the years but the food is good traditional..."

Claudia McGregor

"Lovely dinner at La Mama last night. The food was really delicious and the service was fantastic too! Great to see the restaurant so busy on a..."

Tiffany

"I very seldom go back to restaurants because of the fact that Joburg has loads to offer and so many areas to visit. From time to time however, when I..."

Love.Life.Daley

"I am so happy that I finally got to try La Mama. The atmosphere is very welcoming and you instantly feel at home. Service was excellent and the food..."

Ria Fraser @CityFlavours

"Our favorite spot for a quiet and intimate dinner, La Mama is special. The most yummiest italian meals in Jhb, we love Chris and his magical little..."

Candi Make Up

"Being Italian myself I have certainly had my fair share of Italian food and my wife and I were looking to try out a different Italian spot for..."

Italian Foodie

"An unexpected delight!La Mamas is a cosy little spot with friendly and efficient staff ,a good wine menu & most importantly, great food...."

Nicola Veitch

"I've been a fan of Italian food all my life and have eaten at MANY Italian restaurants in SA and Italy and this place can hold a candle to the best..."

Derika Walstra

"Quaint restaurant in Ferndale! Great lunch and dinner spot! Service is great and food is fresh! Food: I ordered the seafood pasta and my date..."

Mmule

"I like the old style friendly and efficient dining experience , stuck away in a unfashionable part of Ferndale but that adds to its appeal , had..."

Owen Tennant

"In an unexpected hidden location but what a gem of you enjoy traditional Italian home made pasta and pizza. Had the best seafood pasta ever , sauce..."

Michelle Branco

"Weil my oh my, what a pleasant lil place. A warm greeting upon arrival, very efficient and friendly service throughout and excellent dishes from..."

Geoff Simmons

"I absolutely love this place. The food is also spectacular and the service is impeccable. I love the mussels and the steak in peppercorn sauce...."

Maegan

"This is a hidden gem. The place is not fancy, the decor is dated but I think that's what gives it its appeal. The owners are Italian so rest assured..."

Chanel White

"La mama is low key and relaxing. Management makes an effort to say hi asks what you feel like and provides suggestions. Service is good! Food is just..."

Lisa

"We celebrated my friend's birthday at La mama. It is such a cute little place and it has a lovely atmosphere. The menu has a goid variety. It's a..."

Princess Bubblegum

"I always check hidden gem on my Zomato App! This time in Ferndale! La Mama is the cutest Italian cuisine hidden in Randburg! The..."

Likers Of Things

"La Mamas is a gem in a very strange location, but a gem all the same. We arrived on a loadshedding day and although we hadn't booked they made a..."

Carole Craggs

"A group of my work colleagues went to La Mama for dinner. It is a really beautifully decorated little place! A real hidden gem. I ordered the veal in..."

Stephanie Courtnage

"This is an absolute hidden gem. I am so fussy when it comes to Italian food but this restaurant never disappoints!!! The owners are super..."

Trudi Smith

"Incredibile, fenomenale, meraviglioso!! A hidden Italian gem in the heart of Ferndale...food so delicious it can only be described as beautiful. A..."

Kat :)

"Hidden away in Ferndale is this fantastic restaurant. Chris and his staff provide excellent service with amazing Italian cuisine. Will definitely be..."

Pierre

"What a great little Italian restaurant. Wonderful hospitable service and lovely food. Very homely!!!! Sangria and Pizza to die for... What more could..."

Farrah Rymer

"What an absolute diamond in the rough! We have been back here over 10 times. They are open during load shedding and the whole menu is good to go....."

Brett Stevens

"Been here a few times with my wife, great place with great food, service could improve slightly. That's the only little frustration I have is the..."

Chris Badenhorst

"I can't help it. I have to give this place a 5. Yes, it's a biased review - because we've been going to La Mama since I was a little kid, following..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"La Mama, true "Mama" style Italian food! Simply delicious! It is hidden in a small shopping centre, but do not let this discourage you, it is war,..."

Amy Lara Baxter

"Not the Ritz, but imagine a little Italian town and a bistro, and well , this is it, consistent food quality and excellent waiters, friendly owners..."

Nicolas Brett

"Excellent food at this little hideaway. We ordered a fish special which was excellent. Decor is quaint but a little dated. Great find in an unlikely..."

Mlekena

"Awesome service, vibe and epic food! Tomatoe and white wine mussels starter to die for paired with a wolftrapp red, greatest food for a chilly..."

Melissa Cutler

"Read the reviews and had to try it. Loved the ambience, it was not showy but homely. The manager went out his way to make us feel comfortable even..."

Niklesh Badhur

"I have been eating at La Mama's for decades going back to the days it first opened in Bramley, serving the best pizzas in Johannesburg in those days,..."

Food Lover Deluxe

"This little Italian restaurant has a cosy atmosphere and great service. The pasta is made from scratch and the ingredients are fresh. I ordered the..."

Liza Richard

"Cute little restaurant in the middle rand burg, not an ideal location. Very pleasant service and family run. Pasta is all home made and has a unique..."

Philip Tillman

"Great little Italian Restaurant. Really enjoyed the Rabbit that I had. Also tried some snails as well the Lasagne which were also very well done...."

Brendan Nelson

"What a great restaurant. Generous portions of delicious food, personalised by Chris the owner. A wonderful Saturday lunch experience. Will definitely..."

Anthony Sawma

"Awesome Italian restaurant. Had an unexpectedly good time there and was really pleased with the entire meal, from our starters, pasta mains and an..."

Jaco De Wet

"Definitely one of my favorite restaurants! Service is superb, the food is wonderful and easy of all they are open on Mondays which have allowed us to..."

Cheryl-Ann Carr

"What a pleasure to find an involved owner! Makes all the difference. Great winelist - veggies were fresh (WOW spinach) - reasonable prices -..."

Fiona Storevik

"I absolutely love La Mamma. We are Friday night regulars. I love the simplicity of the place, and the above par quality of food. We have noticed it..."

Megan K

"Fantastic small restaurant in Ferndale, with authentic Italian food. The place is quite small, and the decor is very old fashioned, but that's part..."

Ryan Smit

"Impressed with this small hidden restaurant great service and equally great food. Had a pizza tonight which was great and need to come back for their..."

Robert

"La Mama is warm friendly and yummy...its like home away from home with wonderful service. The food isnt fancy but its tasty and satisfying.have to..."

Kersti-Lee Stevens

"Chris, Sam and Joe always welcome us with open arms. They are 'our resturant' because of the excellent quality and consistency. I have yet to have a..."

Louise Van Der Bijl

"Visited La Mamma a couple weeks ago.Our aim was to taste their pizza. My Neapolitan friend and I are always searching for authentic..."

Sergio Michele Acquisto

"This is our family hangout. The favorites are: spaghetti carbonara (BACON or rather PANCHETTA!!) , the baby chicken( done in the pizza oven and..."

Marijke Louise

"This place has a lovely cosy atmosphere and I recommend the liver and onions,ask for rustic mash with..."

Nati Celliers

"La Mama is out of the way and hard to find, unless you know where to look, which is one of the things that I find makes it so special! Its ambience..."

Lauras World

"Good authentic Italian food with nice warm hospitality. What is so nice is it is very old school. Highly recommend..."

David Woodcock

"Nice old school Italian restaurant. They have a huge wood fire pizza oven in the restaurant which cooks everything from the fish to the lamb to the..."

Jon

"Nice quaint Italian eatery! Excellent food, friendly staff. Good value for money. Regular..."

Alan Johnson

"Love this place! Interior a little old-school but the service and food is ALWAYS top-notch. Hosts (esp. Chris) are great and pay attention to detail...."

Kat Koebke

"I've been coming to La Mama since I was a little tyke of about 6 months old, from their old premises in Blairgowrie to their current restaurant in..."

Chloe

"Absolutely love this little Italian restaurant. My parents went to the old outlet on the restaurant moved to ferndale. This means I'm talking about..."

Sarah Cameron

"Fantastic little Italian restaurant with consistently great food. The friendly host will run through the days specials for you before taking your..."

Greer

"This little restaurant is an absolute gem and we go there often. The staff are fantastic and Chris is an excellent host - nothing is too much hassle...."

Dave Keating

"Homely restaurant with amazing food and excellent service. Traditional Italian menu with lots of favourites rarely found elsewhere. The Parma pizza..."

Claira Cain

"Really nice place. Great food. Friendly staff. It was their competition who was closed recommended this place. Thank..."

ikc

"Such a lovely restaurant. The waiters always look so smart and are so friendly and efficient. Lovely and delicious traditional italian dishes with..."

Margot Uys

"Nice Italian old fashion restaurant. My favourite is the schnitzel. The pizza is also fantastic. If you want you can also sit outside on a terrace...."

constance belfi

"Excellent meal, once again. We have been going to La Mama for almost 20 years and the food is as better as ever. The waiters are so friendly and..."

Fran Stafferd

"Classic hospitality that is completely lovely combined with phenomenal cuisine and a beautifully relaxed atmosphere. Thank you for being a gem for..."

Leanne Williams

"Staff and management that sincerely care. While the restaurants will check on you because the manual say so. One can tell that they care from the..."

Prashanth Gokaran

"What a hidden gem! It is so quaint and lovely with the best service I've ever seen! The waiters are dressed handsomely and are pleasant and..."

Chev Reddy

"An old Joburg mainstay that's been around for decades. Despite my table of 10 being the rowdiest guests last night, we were still treated with the..."

Justin Render

"Homely place with delicious food and secure parking. very friendly waiters and good table settings. may want took at their wine list a little and..."

Martin Koch

"Excellent food. Nice ambience. Wonderful attentive waiter, Joseph, remembered us from our first visit some 2 months ago and returned my wife's..."

Cobus van der Walt

"Amazing food, lovely atmosphere, authentic no pretense. Consistently excellent service and outstanding food. This gem of a restaurant deserves all..."

Barbara Helm

"A brilliant little Italian restaurant that my family have been coming to for decades. The food is great and the service is always warm. We love..."

Guy Wilding

"One will never make a mistake to dine at La Mama! I know them for many years and their meals have always been perfect. Long live La Mama and it's..."

Fritz Schoeman

"This place is a treasure. Seriously, you need to try it. Terribly authentic (though I notice the elderly couple who've run it since its beginnings in..."

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